The UPF recognises Mr. Abdullahi Ibrahim

23 May 2022

people receiving recognition award — _{Mr. Ibrahim receives his award from the UPF}

SMRC would like to congratulate Abdullahi Ibrahim on being recognised by the Universal Peace Federation (UPF) for his work in helping community youth and youths in custody over the last two years. His work in supporting young people to make positive transitions from custody, finding them a job, and reconnecting them with communities proved invaluable in rehabilitating young offenders. Mr. Ibrahim’s role in creating youth-focused activities such as sport, creative arts, and bushwalking has helped immensely in bringing together young people in the community.

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